We’re quickly closing in on the Ontario Butter Tart Festival taking over our beautiful downtown Midland. Whether it’s your first time or you are seasoned festival pro, there’s always so much to take in and experience that it’s easy to get swept up in the occasion. We’ve put together a mini survival guide to help you prepare for the big day.
- Arrive Early!
Butter Tarts are the name of the game and if you arrive later in the morning you run the risk of returning home empty handed. The festival officially starts at 9am… but we all know the Butter Tart sales start earlier than that! - Plan Your Parking/Transportation
Parking will be at a premium as Municipal lots will fill up quickly so if you have to park, make sure to arrive very early and double check that you are parked correctly as parking enforcement will be in attendance.
If you can’t walk to the downtown core, check out the Free Shuttle Bus service which runs from 8:45 until 5:30pm. There’s pick up / drop off spots located all over Midland and also in Penetanguishene. - Stay Refreshed
Make sure to bring refreshments for yourself and the family. It’s going to be a warm day with highs of 24 expected. Make sure to visit your friends at For Sale On Georgian Bay, 255 King Street, to enjoy a complimentary Snow Cone, guaranteed to cool you off! - Dress Appropriately
We recommend dressing in layers, if you arrive early the weather will be a little cooler in the morning but warming up as the day progresses. As you march your way up and down King Street and line up for those precious Butter Tarts, you’re going to also want to make sure that you’re wearing comfortable shoes. - Stay Entertained!
It’s going to be a long day for everyone so make sure you take time to relax and recharge whilst soaking up the sights and sounds of the Dairy Farmers of Entertainment stage. Live entertainment is scheduled from 10am – 5pm.
If you’re looking to put a smile on the faces of the little ones, make sure to visit us at 255 King Street where our very popular professional face painters will be taking requests between 11am – 3:30pm. Face Painting is available for a donation to the Georgian Bay Cancer Support Centre.
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